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Funding in the pharma and healthcare space surged 1440.84 per cent to $69.8 million in December 2024 from $4.53 million in November 2024. This is also a 6.93 per cent decline in funding in December 2024, when compared with the $75 million in December 2023. Most of the funding raised by this space in December this year came from early-stage rounds, which accounted for 78.9 per cent of the investments.
Generic drugs play a crucial role in providing affordable medication options to patients. However, many individuals still harbor misconceptions and doubts about the efficacy and safety of generic alternatives. As healthcare professionals, it’s our responsibility to educate patients about generic drugs and empower them to make informed decisions about their treatment options.
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EXCLUSIVEJust 31% of community pharmacists see themselves working in either a salaried or contractor community pharmacy role in five years' time, our snapshot survey has suggested. And 16% think they will no longer be working in pharmacy at all, while 23% think they will be retired. Almost 250 pharmacists working in general practice or community […] The post Just one in three community pharmacists see long-term future in sector appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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Medicares increasing focus on quality metrics in 2025 presents critical challenges for healthcare providers. With penalties for non-compliance reaching as high as 9% of reimbursements, practices risk significant financial and operational strain. By leveraging solutions like PharmD Live, providers can navigate these challenges effectively, safeguard revenue and improve patient care.
The 3rd edition of Pharma Live Expo & Summit will be held from April 17 to 19, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Organised by ICEXPO Consults in collaboration with the Indian Drug Manufacturers Association (IDMA), the event is supported by, Federation of Pharmaceutical and Allied Products Merchant Exports (FPME) & Federation of Pharma Entrepreneurs (FOPE) along with key industry stakeholders.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has for the first time, issued draft guidance on using artificial intelligence (AI) intended to support a regulatory decision about a drug or biological product. The guidelines address the safety, effectiveness or quality of these medicines. FDA has previously published a discussion paper that was produced to inform its guidance on AI in pharmaceutical drug development.
Continued delays to the community pharmacy contract for 2024/25 may leave pharmacies with 'little choice' but to withdraw services from patients, the chair of the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned. With negotiations still yet to recommence more than nine months after the pharmacy contract was due to begin, the NPA has warned that some […] The post NPA ramps up collective action threat as pharmacy contract delays continue appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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The government has responded to recommendations made by a parliamentary committee's report on pharmacy in May. Writing in response to the report, pharmacy minister Stephen Kinnock said he recognised 'that there is still much more to be done' to support the sector, and pledged to 'make further progress' to expand the role of pharmacy professionals […] The post BREAKING: Government 'partially accepts' pharmacy funding recommendations appeared first on The Pharmacist.
Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
Danish drug company gave money for Google ads to promote weight loss services and received data on web traffic and prescriptions The Danish drug company Novo Nordisk provided hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of sponsorship to pharmacies including Boots and Lloyds as it sought to boost sales of its slimming drugs in Britain, the Observer can reveal.
What is CILICANT’s vision for the future of active pharma packaging, and how do you see it contributing to the overall goals of the pharma industry? Active packaging does more than maintain stability; it empowers the pharma industry to deliver medications that are safer and more effective. CILICANT is changing the way we think about active packaging, making it a key player in healthcare innovation.
Why could we see more deal-making at this year’s J. P. Morgan Healthcare conference? Why are investors concerned about a slowdown in U.S. biotech innovation? And what are the hosts’ New Year’s resolutions? We discuss all that and more on this week’s episode of “The Readout LOUD,” STAT’s biotech podcast.
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Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.
Three industry bodies have produced a joint position paper highlighting recommendations for adopting a harmonised implementation of electronic Product Information (ePI) leaflets. The electronic Product Information] ePI platform will serve as a single source of trustworthy information, fostering transparency and regulatory efficiency across the EU The pharmaceutical industry associations, European Federation Of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), Medicines for Europe and Associati
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has released the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules 2025 (Rules) for public consultation and stakeholder feedback. These Rules aim to support the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDPA) which received presidential assent on August 11, 2023. The window for feedback closes on February 18, 2025.
Top of the morning to you, and a fine one it is, although we concede this may depend on your tolerance for frigid temperatures. Nonetheless, blue skies and a shiny sun are enveloping the Pharmalot campus, where the official mascots are hunting wildlife and we are engaged in the usual rituals — firing up the coffee kettle in order to brew a cup of stimulation (the choice today, hazelnut mocha) and foraging for items of interest.
EXCLUSIVE Seven in 10 pharmacists working in general practice or primary care networks (PCNs) see themselves working in the sector in five years' time, our snapshot survey has suggested. Almost 250 pharmacists working in general practice or community settings were asked about their career intentions in the coming years, as part of a survey carried […] The post Majority of practice pharmacists plan to stay in sector in five years' time appeared first on The Pharmacist.
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